Best 5 Chicken Pasta Bowl Recipes

Chicken pasta bowls are a popular and versatile dish that can be easily tailored to your own taste and dietary preferences. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight dinner or a hearty and comforting meal, there's a chicken pasta bowl recipe out there for you. With so many different variations to choose from, you're sure to find the perfect recipe to satisfy your cravings.

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CHICKEN PASTA BOWL

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Cook pasta; simmer chicken in soup, milk and ranch dressing, and voila - Chicken Pasta Bowl! In just 21 minutes, you've made 6 Chicken Pasta Bowls of cheddar-topped deliciousness.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories Home

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

12 oz. linguine, uncooked
1 Tbsp. oil
1 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces
1 can (10-3/4 oz.) condensed cream of chicken soup
1/2 cup milk
1/4 cup KRAFT Classic Ranch Dressing
2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup KRAFT Shredded Cheddar Cheese

Steps:

Cook pasta as directed on package, omitting salt.
Meanwhile, heat oil in large skillet on medium heat. Add chicken; cook 5 min. or until lightly browned, stirring occasionally. Add soup, milk and dressing; stir. Bring to boil; cover. Simmer on low heat 5 min. or until chicken is done. Stir in tomatoes; cook 1 min.
Drain pasta. Add to sauce in skillet; mix lightly. Top with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 430, Fat 13 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 55 mg, Sodium 310 mg, Carbohydrate 49 g, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 4 g, Protein 27 g

CHICKEN FRESCA PASTA BOWLS

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This is an easy way to get to a great pasta bowl starting with Hamburger Helper® and fresh vegetables.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories Entree

Time 30m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

2 cups milk
1 cup hot water
1/4 cup coarsely chopped red onion
1 box Hamburger Helper™ three cheese
2 1/2 cups fresh baby spinach, cut up
1 1/2 cups shredded cooked chicken breasts
1 large tomato, seeded, coarsely chopped
2 tablespoons dry white wine or chicken broth
2 tablespoons sliced fresh basil leaves

Steps:

In 10-inch skillet, mix milk, hot water, onion, uncooked pasta and sauce mix (from Hamburger Helper box). Heat to boiling, stirring frequently.
Reduce heat; cover and simmer 14 minutes, stirring frequently. Stir in spinach, chicken and tomato. Cover and cook about 4 minutes or until pasta is tender. Remove from heat; stir in wine. Let stand 5 minutes (sauce will thicken as it stands).
Serve in bowls; sprinkle with basil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 260, Carbohydrate 32 g, Cholesterol 40 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 20 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 770 mg, Sugar 7 g, TransFat 0 g

CHICKEN RANCH PASTA BOWL

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This simple complete one dish meal can be made from scratch or use canned chicken. If you want to make your own ranch dressing start with 1/3 cup buttermilk and 1/3 cup sour cream and play with the amounts. Cooking is a Creative Sport.

Provided by Bill Hilbrich

Categories Lunch/Snacks

Time 20m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 cup cooked chicken
1/2 cup onion, diced
1/2 cup tomatoes, diced
1 slice bacon
2/3 cup ranch dressing
1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1 cup uncooked pasta

Steps:

Mix the ranch dressing, garlic powder and lemon juice in the bottom of a pasta bowl, and set aside.
Cook the pasta according to package direction, and drain. Add to the pasta bowl and toss lightly.
Fry the bacon until crisp, remove and crumple. Drain all the fat except about one tablespoon.
Saute the onions in the remaining bacon dripping until transparent, then add the cooked chicken and cook until warm.
Add the chicken, onion, bacon, and diced tomatoes to the pasta and toss again. Season with pepper to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 722.1, Fat 48.4, SaturatedFat 8.4, Cholesterol 81.6, Sodium 968.6, Carbohydrate 46.2, Fiber 3.3, Sugar 6.1, Protein 25.8

PASTA BOWL

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This is fast food for a filling lunch. On a cold day, it is great to stop for a hot lunch and this one warms you down to your socks. I found this recipe in The Trailside Cookbook. I have not tried this recipe, but I'm posting it for safe keeping.

Provided by internetnut

Categories Low Cholesterol

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 cup dry pasta (250 ml, conchiole or macaroni)
1 green bell pepper
1 large tomatoes, finely chopped
1 onion, finely chopped
14 ounces kidney beans (400 g)
2 cups chicken broth (500 ml)
8 ounces chickpeas (235 g)
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce (5 ml)
1 teaspoon dried basil (5 ml)
1 garlic clove, finely chopped

Steps:

Save time by mixing together all the dry ingredients in one bag, and repacking the canned beans in plastic bags.
At Camp: Mix together all the dry ingredients in a large pan, cover and bring to a boil. Simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is al dente. You can add an extra 1/2 cup/125 ml pasta if you want to thicken the dish up.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 282.5, Fat 2.5, SaturatedFat 0.5, Sodium 864.1, Carbohydrate 51.6, Fiber 9, Sugar 5.8, Protein 14.4

BBQ CHICKEN PASTA BAKE RECIPE BY TASTY

BBQ Chicken Pasta Bake Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: rotisserie chicken, diced tomato, corn, red onion, ranch dressing, BBQ sauce, fusilli pasta, pepper, shredded mozzarella cheese, fresh parsley

Provided by Tasty

Categories Dinner

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

2 cups rotisserie chicken, shredded
14.5 oz diced tomato, drained
15 oz corn, drained
½ red onion, diced
1 ½ cups ranch dressing
1 cup BBQ sauce
16 oz fusilli pasta
pepper, to taste
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
fresh parsley

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C).
In a bowl, combine chicken, tomatoes, corn, onion, ranch, and BBQ sauce.
Add the pasta, and mix until evenly coated.
Pour mixture into a 9x13 (22 x 33 cm) baking dish. Sprinkle with pepper to taste.
Top with mozzarella, and bake uncovered for 30 minutes.
Top with fresh parsley.
Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 636 calories, Carbohydrate 76 grams, Fat 24 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 30 grams, Sugar 20 grams

Tips:

Use high-quality ingredients. The better the ingredients, the better the dish will taste. This is especially true for the chicken, pasta, and sauce.
Cook the pasta al dente. This means that the pasta should be cooked through but still have a slight bite to it. Overcooked pasta will be mushy and unpleasant.
Don't overcrowd the pan when cooking the chicken. If you do, the chicken will not cook evenly and may end up being dry or undercooked.
Use a flavorful sauce. The sauce is what brings the dish together, so make sure it is flavorful and well-seasoned. You can use a store-bought sauce or make your own.
Add vegetables to the bowl. Vegetables add color, flavor, and nutrients to the dish. Some good options include broccoli, zucchini, carrots, and bell peppers.
Top the bowl with cheese. Cheese adds a delicious and creamy touch to the dish. You can use any type of cheese that you like, such as Parmesan, cheddar, or mozzarella.
Serve the bowl immediately. Chicken pasta bowls are best served immediately after they are made. The pasta will start to absorb the sauce and become soggy if it sits for too long.

Conclusion:

Chicken pasta bowls are a delicious, easy-to-make meal that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a casual weekend lunch. With so many different variations to choose from, there is sure to be a chicken pasta bowl recipe that everyone will love.